Working with both yarns, chain 4, sc in second ch from hook and in next chain, turn

ch 1, sc in each sc across, turn

ch 1, repeat row 2 for 9-10"

ch 1, sc in first sc, insert hook into next ch, pull up large loop, switch to small hook and pull loop through hole on top of ornament, switch back to larger hook and complete sc, turn

ch 1, sc in each sc, turn

ch 1, repeat row 5 for two inches ending so that the next row you will be able to add your ornament on the same side as the other, repeat row 4, turn

ch 1, repeat row 5 and 6, one more time, turn

ch 1, repeat row 5 for two inches, then chain 11, sc in the next row of two sc, turn

ch 1, repeat row 5 for two inches, be sure to end so that the next row will end on the same end where the ornaments hang, turn

ch 1, repeat row 6, turn

ch 1, repeat row 5 and 6 two more times, turn

ch 1, sc in each sc, turn

ch 1, repeat row 12 for 10", join in top of chain with ss, FO

thread darning needle with both yarns and whip st across to join necklace, FO and weave in ends

Use silver cotton thread only and darning needle and put both snowflakes together and button on top of one and sew together with seral stitches, then puch needle through the snowflakes but not the button, wrap thread around and under button, attach to middle of ch 10 hanging in middle of the necklace between ornaments, 2 times, wrap back around button and through the two holes and back through to the back of snowflakes, FO and tie several times, then cut real short, you might want to dab with a little craft glue to secure.

Wednesday, December 22, 2010

The resurgence in popularity of knitting and crocheting has coincided with the prevalence of sites and blogs devoted to the timeless hobby. Knitters and crocheters who are searching for ideas don't have to spend a day with grandma -- not that you shouldn't be spending time with your grandma -- when numerous valuable resources can be found with the click of a mouse. Now that the holiday season is upon us, you may be in the mood to spread the cheer by creating some appropriately-themed crafts. Browse through the 50 free holiday knitting and crochet patterns listed below and see if any capture your fancy. There are many knitting and crocheting patterns.

And for each upcoming holiday be sure to come back and check out more of these wonderful FREE patterns.... that's over at ONLINE DEGREES Check it out today!!!

Knitting Patterns Here are just a Few:

Christmas Decorations

Get into the holiday spirit by adorning your home with a variety of decorations that are fit for the season.

Amigurumi Mistletoe: Spread the holiday love by hanging a few amigurumi mistletoes around your home. Snowmen: Slim, Rosy and Lumpy are each three-to-four inch snowmen that come dressed for the season.

Father Christmas: Knitting Father Christmas may not be the easiest project, but it'll be well-worth it once you see the finished product.

Holiday Mice: On a cuteness scale of 1 to 10, these holiday mice are definitely a 10.

Tuesday, December 21, 2010

Ok these are the labels I used, you can make any kind you like
putting the wording on the back using double stick tape
I used thicker paper and printed it out on the computer
use a punch holer to punch a hole near the top

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This is a Wisk Gift make it in a jiff for anyone and everyone its fun, easy, and cheap to make. Comes from hints in the Enquirer of all places. LOL

the trim is added after you put the kisses in
I used double stick tape to hold on the bow
then I tied on the curly ribbon

I made a gift for my neighbors and a few unexpected friends in a jiffy. Follow the steps under the photos and you can whip this up [no pun intended] in a matter of minutes....

You will need:

double sided tape

chocolate kisses

a larger wisk [$1 store]

some plastic Christmas bags [$1 store]

any kind of trim ie. bow, berries, tiny ornament, curly ribbon

1/8" ribbon

hole punch 1/4"

cello any design or clear

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These are the wisks I got at the $1 store and kisses and some cello

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close up to show you I put cello inside the wisk to hold in the kisses, just lay it inside
and fill witht he kisses then wrap it around tucking inside and no need to tape it will stay in place
After you finish the wisk then stick inside the "goodie bag" and wrap a ribbon around tiw two times and then attach the label and tie again. Voila ready to give!!!!

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This scarf neck hanger is so easy to make it only takes a couple hours
and turns out so nice.. :) I used soft ribbon yarn to make this one for me
then found some cool buttons in my button stash to add...

I love this and how it turned out, comes from Crochet Gifts Special magazine
easy and quick to make I used Red Hearts Christmas yarn with a tinge of glitter
and then chose some small buttons, now to make the matching fingerless gloves

choosing buttons

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here is another in Wool ease brown chunky

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used gold round buttons for this one still need to sew in place

almost finished with my ear flap head band

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decided to add some glass heart beads

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stacking up the gifts

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I found these two cute boxes and used them for my
g-daughters gifts

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﻿﻿﻿﻿﻿﻿﻿﻿ The gifts are lined up and ready for the big day....................Merry Christmas All

Friday, December 17, 2010

I have been busyt wrapping, getting last minute gifts, and making gifts along with parties and boat rides, baking cookies and bread, and just plain having fun!!! I do so love the holiday season!!!

Chloee in her Christmas get-up

Chloee

on the boat ride to see the lights

made for my other g-daughter

made for my g-daughter and hubby modled it

made for my niece

I had to post this "motto" to live by from one of my favorite blogs, Chatty Crone and it is so true and funny that

I wanted my followers to enjoy it too... so Enjoy!!

"Life should NOT be a journey

to the grave with the intention

of arriving safely in an attractive and

well preserved body,

but rather to skid in sideways,

chocolate and wine in one hand,

body thoroughly used up,

totally worn out and screaming

"WOO HOO what a ride!"

REMEMBER THIS AT CHRISTMAS TIME GALS:

According to the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, while both male and female reindeer grow antlers in the summer each year, male reindeer drop their antlers at the beginning of winter, usually late November to mid-December.

Female reindeer retain their antlers till after they give birth in the spring.

Therefore, according to EVERY historical rendition depicting Santa's reindeer, EVERY single one of them, from Rudolph to Blitzen, had to be a girl.

We should've known....

Only women would be able to drag a fat-man in a red velvet suit all around the world in one night and not get lost!

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Einstein once said, 'The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.' I must be insane then??? Since I crochet over and over again!! What would Einstein say to doing that I wonder?